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A chilling murder-suicide has rocked a coastal community after a father and his six-year-old daughter were found dead in Hen and Chicken Bay — the man allegedly killed his child before taking his own life. Authorities are piecing together a disturbing pattern: the man had rented the boat with others before, had previously voiced suicidal thoughts, and left a note at the scene. Police are investigating whether domestic violence played a role and are supporting the child’s mother as they work to uncover the motive behind this devastating tragedy.

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Older adults are having more sex—and it’s a good thing. New data shows a rise in STIs among people over 60, signaling a shift in how we view aging and intimacy. Thanks to the sexual revolution and access to birth control, older generations grew up with more open attitudes toward sex, and that trend is only growing as the population ages. With more centenarians on the horizon, especially in places like Australia, it’s vital to ensure their sexual health and safety. Consent, once overlooked in older adults, is now central—especially in long-term relationships. Aged care facilities are step...

From nearly 150kg teen to NRL standout, Cooper Clarke’s meteoric rise is fueled by grit, family, and a total transformation. Stuck at home during COVID, he gained weight bingeing games and junk food — until his brother’s relentless drive lit a fire inside him. Sacrificing social life and food, he rebuilt his body and mind, emerging as a versatile Storm powerhouse. Now signed until 2029, he’s already representing NSW and helping the Storm win a premiership — proving that with heart and support, even the biggest setbacks can become springboards to greatness.

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Tragedy strikes as musician Oliver Tree, 32, and five others perish in a devastating mid-air collision over Rio de Janeiro. The two helicopters slammed into a car dealership parking lot, leaving no survivors. Known for his iconic bowl cut, viral hits like “Life Goes On,” and his just-released fourth album, Tree was in the midst of a global tour. Fans and artists worldwide are mourning his sudden loss, flooding social media with tributes. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the collision as the music world reels from the shocking loss of a beloved, rising star.

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Australia’s Socceroos stunned the world with a 2-0 World Cup win over Turkey, powered by a fearless young lineup and a goalkeeper debut for Patrick Beach, who made eight saves in just two days’ notice. Nestory Irankunda became Australia’s youngest scorer with a dazzling goal, and Connor Metcalfe sealed it with a solo masterpiece. At just 24.6 years old on average, this was Australia’s youngest ever World Cup squad — and they delivered with heart, grit, and belief. Coach Tony Popovic stood by his bold choices, and the players proved him right, turning nerves into triumph. With a tough US s...

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One Nation’s surprising pivot on abortion—once a non-issue for the party—is a strategic alliance with MAGA-style politics, fueled by anti-abortion academic Joanna Howe. Despite Australian voters broadly supporting abortion access, Hanson and Howe are leveraging each other: Howe gains a powerful platform, Hanson gains political momentum, and their “incrementalism” strategy is already making headway, with anti-abortion bills advancing in South Australia. This shift risks normalizing anti-abortion rhetoric and reshaping Australia’s abortion politics.

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Seventeen top economists are urging the government to broaden capital gains tax reforms to apply to all assets—not just housing—to create a fairer, more sustainable tax system. Currently, the plan to replace the 50% discount with an inflation-linked, minimum 30% tax starting July 2027 could miss billions in revenue if limited to homes. These experts warn that the existing preferential treatment of wealth undermines equality and public services, arguing that the lost income could degrade essential infrastructure and opportunities. With the bill moving through parliament, they stress that expanding the reforms is vital to ensure the tax system rewards effort, not...

A surfer’s brother is pushing for AI-powered drones to patrol Sydney beaches after his brother’s fatal shark attack and a recent critical injury at Coogee Beach—believing tech could’ve saved lives and preserved Australia’s beach culture without shutting down access.

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A Guzman y Gomez drive-thru turned into a full-blown chaos when an impatient customer revved his engine, rammed the car in front of him, then pulled out a screwdriver to threaten the other driver. He fled on foot without his food or car, leaving behind a damaged Nissan. The other driver suffered minor injuries but was treated on scene. Police are now hunting the suspect and asking witnesses to come forward—because sometimes, you just gotta chill and wait for your burrito.

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Australia’s migration model has flipped from permanent settlement to temporary visas, undermining long-term integration. Back in the 60s, migrants expected to stay and invested deeply—buying homes, building businesses, and embedding themselves. Today, temporary visa holders feel uncertain, reducing their incentive to commit or learn the language, build networks, or engage locally. Despite higher overall migration numbers, permanent arrivals have plummeted since the 60s, creating a paradox: more people coming, fewer settling. The fix? Not slashing visas, but expanding permanent pathways—with clear, structured routes for students, skilled workers, and others to become true long-term contributors. This isn’t about...

Pauline Hanson’s surge is dominating the polls, now leading as preferred Prime Minister with 33%, ahead of Albanese at 29% and Taylor at 16%. One Nation’s primary vote has overtaken Labor, jumping to 29% while Labor slips to 28%. The Coalition also drops to 20%. These shifts come after the May budget and are compounded by Liberal MP Jonathon Duniam’s retirement — after 10 years in parliament — citing family time, though the timing feels like another blow to the party. Duniam will step down before 2026, paving the way for new Tasmanian talent.

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Trump shocks the world with a surprise peace deal with Iran, declaring the Strait of Hormuz will reopen and urging ships to “start your engines” — a historic breakthrough confirmed by Pakistan’s PM and set for a Swiss signing. The pact ends all military operations, lifts the U.S. naval blockade, and paves the way for 60-day nuclear talks — all while Israel’s recent Beirut strikes and Iran’s threats loom. Amid cautious optimism, the world watches as diplomacy defuses a crisis that rattled global markets and reshaped Middle East tensions.

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Two remote Western Australian islands are poised to transform into major transport hubs for offshore oil, gas, and defense industries, following a $20 million mine sale on Koolan Island. MGX, the longtime iron ore operator, is winding down mining operations this year to pivot toward gold, while local Aboriginal groups see opportunity for jobs and land healing. The project, pending Foreign Investment Review Board approval, could be fully operational by mid-2027, bringing economic revival to nearby Derby and setting the stage for new partnerships and industry growth.

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Sam Pang dives into a new comedic role as an AFL administrator sent to Tasmania in the six-part satire “Ground Up,” co-created by Wayne Hope and Robyn Butler. Blending workplace absurdity with sports bureaucracy, the show’s humor is accessible to anyone — no AFL expertise needed. Pang admits nerves ahead of release but hopes fans will laugh along. Though he never dreamed of comedy as a career, his path from community radio to panel shows and hosting has been rewarding — and he’s itching for more stand-up. With a modest football past and a rational AFL fandom, Pang brings fresh insigh...

The White House is hosting UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn — a historic, rain-soaked showdown featuring a main event between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, with seven fights total. This unprecedented blend of MMA and politics is turning heads and setting the stage for a day that’s literally and figuratively in the books.

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Pauline Hanson is laying the groundwork for her political legacy by naming her daughter Lee as her preferred successor, sidelining her sons, while hinting she may run for lower house and prime minister. With Barnaby Joyce’s surprise move to One Nation stirring leadership questions, the party is riding high in polls—with 33% of voters favoring Hanson as PM and One Nation leading the primary vote. Hanson’s ambition is clear: she’s not just planning her next move, she’s building a new Australia around her vision and her chosen heir.

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Australia stunned the world by defeating Turkey 2-0 in a historic World Cup opener, their first group stage win since 2006. Teen sensation Nestory Irankunda etched his name in history as the youngest ever Socceroos scorer with a blistering 27th-minute goal, later dedicating his celebration to legend Tim Cahill. Connor Metcalfe sealed the win with a solo strike, while goalkeeper Patrick Beach made crucial saves to keep Turkey at bay. Coach Tony Popovic’s bold gamble on youth paid off, as Irankunda, visibly nervous before kickoff, turned nerves into magic — even calling out Turkey’s pre-game bravado. The victory, coupled with a...

A man in Dee Why, Sydney, was brutally attacked after confronting loud party music—left bleeding in the park for an hour before help arrived. Police arrested an 18-year-old on suspicion of reckless wounding, and the victim, thankfully stable, is now seeking justice as the community reels from the shocking escalation of what started as a simple noise complaint.

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Public servants’ union blasts top department secretaries’ pay—some earning over $1 million annually—calling the system broken and demanding a full review of all Senior Executive Service salaries. While NSW’s top public servant makes $648K, the PM&C secretary earns more than $1 million, even outpacing the Prime Minister’s own salary. The Remuneration Tribunal has paused pay increases while investigating, citing public concern and historical misalignment. The union wants pay caps reevaluated and the review to include key roles like the Chief of Defence Force and intelligence heads, with a final report due mid-2027.

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The UK is set to follow Australia’s lead by banning teens under sixteen from popular social media apps like TikTok, Instagram, and X, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer pushes for a safer digital future. Building on Australia’s successful model—which restricted ten platforms for minors—Britain is also exploring late-night screen limits, banning romantic chatbots, and regulating gaming features to protect youth mental health. With countries like Malaysia, France, and Spain moving in similar directions, and tech giants like Apple rolling out new child safety tools, the global push for digital well-being is gaining momentum.

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Australia is facing a troubling resurgence of syphilis, a preventable and curable infection now driving a national health emergency — especially among First Nations communities where congenital cases and infant deaths are soaring. Health officials have declared it a crisis of national significance, urging widespread testing and culturally sensitive outreach to curb the spread. Researchers are even turning to ancient bones to understand the disease’s historical toll, while frontline workers push for accessible, stigma-free care. With targeted efforts and community leadership, experts believe Australia can once again bring this old foe under control.

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Injectable peptides, once reserved for elite athletes, are now flooding everyday users in Western Australia—driven by social media hype and sold unregulated online. Harm reduction centers report a 100% surge in sterile needle use over three years, as people chase weight loss and anti-aging myths. But these untested substances carry deadly risks: contamination, wrong ingredients, toxic metals—and no safety net. Health officials are launching community tests and cracking down, stressing that only medically prescribed peptides—like insulin—are safe. The rise of DIY peptide culture is creating a new wave of unknowing injectors, exposing them to bloodborne diseases and unkn...

A Gold Coast nurse, 58, faces 12 serious charges including sexual assault, stalking, and possession of child exploitation material, allegedly targeting six teenage girls over nearly three years — using his healthcare role to exploit trust. Arrested and denied bail, he’s set for court. This devastating case shakes confidence in institutions and underscores the urgent need for support services like 1800RESPECT and Lifeline.

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A chilling incident unfolded on a Melbourne tram this week when an 11-year-old girl spotted a man taking inappropriate photos of her. He disembarked near North Melbourne and was later identified by police as a Caucasian male in his twenties with shoulder-length curly blond hair, wearing a burnt orange and brown knitted jumper and jeans. The girl safely reached school and reported the incident, prompting police to release a sketch and urge witnesses to come forward through Crime Stoppers — they believe the public holds the key to solving this case.

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The government’s new housing budget aims to rebalance generational inequality and boost home ownership—but economists warn it’ll take decades to feel real. For young couples like Emily and Simon, it’s déjà vu: tougher tax rules on negative gearing and capital gains are making the dream feel further out of reach. Students like Anthony are already saving aggressively, while small business owners like Elaine question the point of growth if profits get taxed away. Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends the reforms as necessary to fix a system skewed toward investors, calling it courageous—but for many, the wait for...

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Stephanie de Sousa, the beloved “Frugal Foodie,” is now MND Australia’s first Hope Ambassador — a role born from personal loss after her sister Therese died from MND in 2022. Food became their love language, with Stephanie cooking even when Therese wasn’t hungry, a quiet act of care that still moves her today. Now, Stephanie leads the launch of MND Australia’s new campaign, “Sprinkle Hope for a cure. Sprinkle Kindness for today,” using the blue cornflower symbol to raise awareness ahead of Global MND Day on June 21. With over 2,700 Australians living with MND, the campaign urges kindness now and donations to...

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South Australia’s government is under fire for a new mining deal with BHP that critics say fails to protect the Great Artesian Basin. While the agreement updates BHP’s Olympic Dam contract to allow expanded copper mining and phases out one water source by 2036, it permits continued extraction from Wellfield B — a site tied to culturally sacred mound springs for the Arabana people. Environmental groups and Indigenous advocates argue their concerns were sidelined, fearing long-term damage to fragile ecosystems. The government’s Northern Water desalination project could offer an alternative, but its uncertain future leaves Wellfield B’s fate hangi...

Melbourne is set to unveil the world’s longest urban river walk — the Birrarung Valley Walk — a 220-kilometer journey along the Yarra River from Williamstown Beach to the Upper Yarra Dam, opening in 2029. Blending Indigenous Woi-wurrung heritage with environmental storytelling, the trail passes through iconic spots like the Royal Botanic Gardens and Heide Museum, celebrating the river’s cultural, artistic, and ecological heartbeat. Designed as a self-guided adventure with an app featuring language, elder stories, and conservation tools, it’s also a job creator for river rangers using traditional knowledge to restore the corridor. With a $5.1 million budget and projected...

Canberra’s unsung heroes step up when chaos strikes—whether it’s wildfires, crashes, or life-or-death emergencies. This episode dives deeper into the everyday protectors who control their nerves under pressure: Operator 322, a tactical AFP hero who handles hostage rescues and international crises; Jess Wilson, a flight paramedic delivering care to remote corners while battling aggression in healthcare; Sharon Nelson, an SES volunteer who tackles storms and missing persons—and comforts grieving families; and Emily Nuttall, a PACER officer blending safety with mental health support, reminding us that calm under pressure saves lives.

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Australia’s government is stuck in a tech time warp, running critical services on 1990s-era systems that can’t even plug into modern security. With outdated software, lost documentation, and no funding for upgrades, agencies are dangerously exposed to cyberattacks — and the looming threat of quantum computing. Meanwhile, AI is turbocharging digital threats, making basic security hygiene more vital than ever. Experts warn: fix the systems now — or face a future where even government data is at risk.

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Wall Street’s AI frenzy hits a bump as AI stocks pull back amid fears of overheating, but SpaceX’s explosive debut—jumping 19%—signals investor hunger for big tech. Meanwhile, Middle East tensions flare with Israeli strikes into Lebanon, rattling markets and sparking Trump’s criticism of Israeli leadership over Iran talks. Adobe’s profit beat can’t save its stock as CEO search begins, while Treasury yields climb and gas prices ease, boosting consumer sentiment.

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